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H&H Classics successfully sold 86 per cent of the classic, collector, and performance cars at its latest auction on July 24th, making a total of more than £1.32 million.
The auction, held at the Pavilion Gardens in Buxton, saw a packed saleroom and high levels of participation through online platforms and phone bids. Over 900 individuals registered to bid, with offers coming from Australia, Malaysia, and the USA. Winning bids were placed from countries including France, Italy, Switzerland, and the Czech Republic, highlighting the global reach of H&H Classics.
James McWilliam, sales manager, H&H Classics said “We’re delighted with the results in our latest auction. They show that the market remains lively, not just in the UK, but around the world too. Having over 900 registered bidders and a very strong sales rate shows that enthusiasts are still buying cars with sensible estimates and careful sale curation. We’d like to thank everyone who entered a vehicle, bid on one of the lots, or simply attended and help us create a wonderful atmosphere on the day.”
The highest-selling car was a 1967 Mercedes-Benz 250SL, which sold for £139,500, exceeding its lower estimate by £40,000. This UK-market, fully-restored model with a 50-year ownership history drew significant interest.
A former UK press fleet Audi Quattro UR, freshly overhauled, also got lots of attention, selling for £56,250—more than £16,000 above its lower estimate.
An Aston Martin DB6 project sold for £76,500. The matching-numbers, manual gearbox car has significant restoration work completed, with more left for the new owner to personalise.
A 1967 Mercedes-Benz 230SL sold for £69,750, while a 1929 Lagonda 2-litre Tourer, with extensive history and previous long-term ownership, sold for £51,750, surpassing its £40,000 lower estimate.
The late David Lucas’s collection brought a range of British classics to the auction, all requiring restoration and offered at no-reserve. Highlights included a 1936 Armstrong-Siddeley 17hp Foursome Drophead Coupe for £8,550, a 1964 Triumph Herald 1200 Coupe for £6,975, and a 1975 Triumph 2000 MK2 Estate for £2,812.
For a complete list of auction results, visit www.handh.co.uk
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